WFPK Mental Health Day: Resources for Those in Crisis and Advocating for Mental Health Rights

The National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available for those in crisis by calling or texting 9-8-8. On Wednesday, July 3rd, WFPK Mental Health Day will take place. During this day, listeners can call 502-814-WFPK (9375) and request a song to be played from 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Alternatively, requests can be emailed to studio@wfpk.org or sent as a voice memo to the same email address. Find out more about WFPK Mental Health Day on Facebook and Instagram using #WFPKMentalHealthDay.

CCLOU is proud to sponsor WFPK Mental Health Day, which aims to provide resources for individuals, families, and friends dealing with mental health issues. Some of the resources available include the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 9-8-8, the Louisville Suicide Prevention Lifeline by texting LOU to 741741, the Kentucky chapter of American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Seven Counties Services Adult Crisis Line at 502-589-5313, Seven Counties Services Child Crisis Line at 502-589-8070, Mental Health Lou, the Veterans Crisis and Military Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 Press 1, and the Kentucky Nurses Association: Kentucky Nurses Helping Nurses at 1-877-358-0420.

It’s important to remember that mental health is just as important as physical health and should not be overlooked or stigmatized. One way to support mental health is by understanding that it’s crucial for those with privilege to do research and find ways to support Black people and people of color in their communities. It’s also essential to make permanent changes in our communities to combat racism and ensure that everyone has access to the resources they need for mental wellbeing.